2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1994 Fiat 126
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (341 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1994 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1698 kg more than 1994 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat 126. 2007 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1994 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1994 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 1994 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Charger | 126 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
